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Technical Services Representative

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Elgin, IL, USA
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Elgin, IL, USA
Junior
Provide field technical support for flexible packaging customers across US, Canada, and Mexico. Troubleshoot packaging machinery and material issues, document conditions, manage RMAs, track quality, investigate defects, coordinate commercialization trials, and support product development, ISO procedures, and cross-functional teams.
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Printpack is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Technical Services Representative I or II. Location should be near a major metropolitan airport, but the Chicago metropolitan area is preferred.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Ability to travel 60%
  • Proven ability to work effectively with internal and external customers
  • Proven ability to work well under pressure, possess a sense of urgency, and handle multiple priorities
  • A high degree of mechanical aptitude

Preferred Requirements:

  • A technical or college degree
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with a manufacturing ERP system
  • Experience in VFFS, HFFS, and Converting and Packaging Equipment Machinery
  • Job-related experience in the flexible packaging space
  • Fluent in Spanish

Key Responsibilities:

  • Visit PPK US customer facilities in the US, Canada, and Mexico and their related Co-packers on a regular basis, field complaints, dispose of materials, and document operating conditions of film and competitive activity, etc.
  • Troubleshoot machine/material issues on site
  • Prepare the appropriate documentation on RMA materials
  • Maintain customer quality tracking for defective materials
  • Investigate defective materials identified in plants to determine the root cause
  • Coordinate with other Technical Representatives, the Manager of Technical Services, and Printpack plant point personnel to ensure consistent treatment of our customers’ materials across all plants
  • Aid Sales, Marketing, Product Development, and Manufacturing in developing and commercializing new packaging
  • Identify areas for technical development where innovation and process improvement can create new opportunities or improve existing products, delivering a competitive advantage.
  • Support all ISO related procedures
  • Support Product Development and Manufacturing by working with Packaging Engineers and Plant Representatives in commercializing and refining specifications and quality procedures for new and existing products
  • Assist Sales, Marketing, and Product Development in assessing and ensuring Printpack capabilities meet specific customer performance-based requirements
  • Coordinate and manage commercialization trials
  • Augment Printpack’s quality support staff by serving as a liaison between Printpack and our customers

Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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Printpack Elgin, Illinois, USA Office

1400 Abbott Drive, Elgin, IL, United States, 60123

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